| Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, PImpri, Pune | INDIA

Dr. Kamalkishor Maniyar is currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute of Technology, Pimpri, Pune, since August 2022. He is actively involved in teaching, research, and academic development, contributing to the advancement of mechanical engineering education and innovation. His academic role includes mentoring students, guiding research activities, and fostering industry-relevant knowledge.

Research Contributions & Publications

Dr. Maniyar has demonstrated exceptional research productivity and impact. He has published extensively in reputed journals:

  • Scopus-indexed papers: 34 (Citations: 363, H-index: 12)
  • Web of Science papers: 66
  • Google Scholar publications: 100+ (Citations: 1064, H-index: 20, i10-index: 40)
  • Total research publications (national/international journals): 86

His research work reflects strong contributions to mechanical engineering, production systems, and related interdisciplinary domains.

Patents & Innovation

He holds 3 patents, highlighting his commitment to innovation and practical problem-solving in engineering and technology.

Awards & Achievements

Dr. Maniyar has received several prestigious recognitions:

  1. Named among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2025) by Stanford University and Elsevier.
  2. Recipient of the Vidnyan Ratna Award (2025) by Vidarbha Gaurav Pratisthan, Nagpur.
  3. Awarded Best Research Paper at ICPST-2022 (IFERP) for his work on Theory of Constraints in production planning and control.

Academic Engagements & Contributions

  • Workshops/STTP/FDP Organized: 1
  • International Conferences Organized: 1
  • Workshops/STTP/FDP Attended: 27

He actively participates in academic events, knowledge-sharing platforms, and professional development programs.

Eligibility for Iconic Researcher Award 

Dr. Kamalkishor Maniyar is highly eligible for the Iconic Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels due to his outstanding research output, global recognition as a top 2% scientist, significant citation impact, strong publication record across leading indexing platforms, and contributions to innovation through patents. His consistent academic excellence, research leadership, and recognition at national and international levels make him a deserving candidate for this prestigious honor.